Course information
Mathematics
St Andrew the Apostle Greek Orthodox School - Barnet
02031955444
North London Business Park, London, N11 1NP
Course summary

Why choose this course? Mathematics at A Level builds on work you will have met at GCSE, but also involves many new ideas. If you enjoy maths, have a strong work ethic and relish the challenge of problem solving then this is the course for you. The skills developed through the study of mathematics are in high demand from employers. In addition to developing the ability to solve problems and think logically, the study of mathematics provides opportunities to develop team-working skills, resilience, effective communication of complex ideas and the ability to use your own initiative. The vast range of degree courses and careers that require solid mathematical skills ensures that taking mathematics to AS level or beyond will open doors to a world of opportunities! Course Fundamentals Pure maths: • Algebra and functions • Coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane sequences and series • Trigonometry • Exponentials and logarithms • Differentiation • Integration • Numerical methods • Vectors Statistics: Statistical sampling: • Data presentation and interpretation Probability • Statistical distributions • Statistical hypothesis testing Mechanics: Quantities and units in mechanics: • Kinematics Forces and Newton’s laws • Moments.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 GCSE in Mathematics

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Pure mathematics 1 Paper 2: Pure mathematics 2 Each paper is a 2 hour written examination Paper 3: Contains questions on topics from the Statistics and Mechanics content.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityBarnet
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressNorth London Business Park, London, N11 1NP